Racing is where our story began.
In 1901, Henry Ford climbed into a car he built himself—"Sweepstakes"—and beat America's most famous driver. He wasn't a racer, but he had to win. He did. Ford Motor Company was born from that victory.
That fighting spirit lives on in Ford Racing today. We're the engineers, strategists, and competitors who bring Ford's track-tested edge into every vehicle we build. Every track, every stage, every proving ground—that's where we prove ourselves.
The result: one of the world's most iconic brands, legendary nameplates, and a team unmatched in the industry.
Our mantra: Race to win, engineer to lead.
If you're a competitor, innovator, or performance obsessive, Ford Racing is where you belong. Help us write the next chapter.
- Gasoline engine calibration and controls development for both professional and customer racing vehicles.
- Dynamometer & track-based hardware selection support and engine mapping with multiple engine control systems such as production Ford, Bosch Motorsports, MoTeC, New Eagle, etc.
- Develop simulation environments for HiL (Hardware in the loop), SiL (Software in the loop) and DiL (Driver in the loop) testing.
- Support track testing as required.
- Perform modifications of production control strategies as required to meet vehicle attributes.
- Innovation of new technologies allowable within the boundaries imposed by appropriate race sanctioning bodies.
- Support various programs such as LMDh, GT3, GT4, and Off-Road.
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Physics, or an equivalent technical degree.
- Minimum of 2+ years of experience with simulation and coding in MATLAB & Simulink, development, testing, and validation of control system algorithms and calibrations.
Must hold or be eligible for a passport. International and Domestic travel will be required.
Even better, you may have…
- Experience with AVL Puma, AVL Concerto, AVL Indicom.
- Experience using Bosch Motorsport, Motec, Cosworth and Mclaren Hardware and Software.
- Experience with ATI Vision and Ford production powertrain control strategies.
- Proficiency in C#, Python, MATLAB, VBA, or an equivalent programming language.
- Formula SAE experience very highly preferred.
- Possess a competitive spirt, can-do attitude, and interest in professional and amateur Motorsports at a technical level.
- Strong team player, ability to work with multiple suppliers, and willingness to work in a fast-paced environment with high responsibility.
- Detail oriented self-starter and problem solver.
As an established global company, we offer the benefit of choice. You can choose what your Ford future will look like: will your story span the globe, or keep you close to home? Will your career be a deep dive into what you love, or a series of new teams and new skills? Will you be a leader, a changemaker, a technical expert, a culture builder…or all of the above? No matter what you choose, we offer a work life that works for you, including:
- Immediate medical, dental, vision and prescription drug coverage.
- Flexible family care days, paid parental leave, new parent ramp-up programs, subsidized back-up child care and more.
- Family building benefits including adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement, fertility treatments, and more.
- Vehicle discount program for employees and family members and management leases.
- Tuition assistance.
- Established and active employee resource groups.
- Paid time off for individual and team community service.
- A generous schedule of paid holidays, including the week between Christmas and New Year’s Day.
- Paid time off and the option to purchase additional vacation time.
This position is a salary grade 5 - salary grade 8 and ranges from $65,100-$166,200.
Final determination of salary grade will be based on candidate's skills and experience, and base salary will be set within the applicable range according to job scope, responsibility and competitive market value.
For more information on salary and benefits, click here.
Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
Candidates for positions with Ford Motor Company must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, age, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status or protected veteran status. In the United States, if you need a reasonable accommodation for the online application process due to a disability, please call 1-888-336-0660.
This position is hybrid. Candidates who are in commuting distance to a Ford hub location may be required to be onsite four or more days per week. #LI-Hybrid #FR1 #LI-LC2
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Physics, or equivalent technical degree.
- Minimum of 2+ years experience with simulation and coding in MATLAB & Simulink and development, testing, and validation of control system algorithms and calibrations.
- Ability to work hybrid with at least 4 days per week onsite in Allen Park, MI.
- Must hold or be eligible for a passport; international and domestic travel required.
- Legally authorized to work in the United States; visa sponsorship not available.
- Experience with AVL Puma, AVL Concerto, AVL Indicom.
- Experience using Bosch Motorsport, MoTeC, Cosworth and McLaren hardware and software.
- Experience with ATI Vision and Ford production powertrain control strategies.
- Proficiency in C#, Python, MATLAB, VBA, or an equivalent programming language.
- Formula SAE experience.
- Strong team player, detail oriented self-starter, problem solver, interest in motorsports.
Ford Motor Company Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Ford Motor Company and has not been reviewed or approved by Ford Motor Company.
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Healthcare Strength — Medical, dental, and vision coverage start on day one with options that include zero-premium plans, free mental health support, and wellness resources. For represented hourly employees, health plans are described as low-cost with strong coverage value.
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Retirement Support — A 401(k) with company match and additional company contributions is available from day one, alongside life and disability coverage. Pension eligibility in certain situations and financial-planning support reinforce long‑term security.
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Parental & Family Support — Paid parental leave, fertility, surrogacy, and adoption benefits, plus a ramp‑up program for returning parents, reflect a family‑focused package. Flexible Family Care days and generous time‑off options help address short‑term caregiving and personal needs.
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What We Do
Ford is a global company with shared ideals and a deep sense of family. From our earliest days as a pioneer of modern transportation, we have sought to make the world a better place – one that benefits lives, communities and the planet. We are here to provide the means for every person to move and pursue their dreams, serving as a bridge between personal freedom and the future of mobility. In that pursuit, our 186,000 employees around the world help to set the pace of innovation every day.
